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FBI believes Covid likely came from a Chinese lab in Wuhan

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3 years ago

March 1, 2023

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FBI Director Christopher Wray confirms his bureau believes Covid-19 came from a lab and not a seafood market

It’s seeming more and more likely the Covid-19 virus originated from a lab and not a street market as the United States continues its probe into pandemic.

Some studies suggest the virus made the leap from animals to humans in Wuhan at the city’s seafood and wildlife market.

But the market is a mere 40-minute drive from a world-leading Wuhan Institute of Virology, which conducted research into coronaviruses.

Today, FBI Director Christopher Wray confirmed his bureau believes this Chinese government controlled facility is most likely behind the virus leak which brought the world to a grinding halt and killed millions.

This is the first public confirmation of the FBI’s classified judgement of how the pandemic virus emerged.

Wray’s comments come just one day after the U.S. ambassador to China called for the country to “be more honest” about Covid’s origins.

Speaking to Fox News, the Director of the FBI says China “has been doing its best” to try to delay and mislead efforts to identify the source of the global pandemic. #trending #featured

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Gold plunges 5% in biggest drop since 2013

Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.

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6 hours ago

October 22, 2025

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Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.

Gold prices have crashed over 5% in a single day, sparking concerns across global markets and sending investors scrambling.

Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down the causes and implications.

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Trump and Xi set for high-stakes APEC showdown

Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

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6 hours ago

October 22, 2025

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Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet for the first time in six years at the APEC summit, aiming to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

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Trump to meet Xi at APEC amid trade tensions

Trump to meet Xi at APEC summit as trade tensions escalate and tariffs loom

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21 hours ago

October 21, 2025

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Trump to meet Xi at APEC summit as trade tensions escalate and tariffs loom

In Short:
– Trump will meet Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in South Korea later this month amid trade tensions.
– China has reshuffled its trade team, appointing Li Yongjie as the new WTO representative.

President Donald Trump confirmed he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit later this month in South Korea.

It marks their first face-to-face encounter in six years amid ongoing trade tensions.Trump expressed hope about achieving a “fantastic deal,” despite escalating disputes. He is prepared to impose significant tariffs on Chinese imports if no agreement is reached. Current U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods average 55%, with a potential increase to 155% looming.

Trump mentioned that he believes an excellent trade deal would benefit the U.S., China and the global economy. He acknowledged the importance of the negotiations, stating that China respects the U.S. but is always seeking advantages in trade.

China’s Trade Reshuffle

China has reshuffled its trade negotiation team. Li Chenggang has been removed from his position as the representative to the World Trade Organization, while retaining his role as vice minister of commerce. This change aligns with Beijing’s strategy to adjust its trade diplomacy amid tensions.

Li Yongjie has been appointed as the new WTO representative. This team transition comes after scrutiny from U.S. officials and reflects China’s commitment to recalibrating its approach within the ongoing trade discussions.

The upcoming APEC summit will gather leaders from 21 economies, representing a significant portion of global GDP. It serves as a pivotal platform for dialogue, despite the backdrop of intensified trade negotiations.